4 safeties that could replace Bradley McDougald

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ depth at safety got even thinner Wednesday when the Seattle Seahawks signed Bradley McDougald to a one-year deal worth $2 million. With McDougald leaving for Seattle, the Bucs need to find his replacement in free agency of the draft. Here are a few options that would make the most sense.

Florida safety Marcus Maye

Marcus Maye, a three-year starter at safety for the Gators, is a product of one of the best defenses in the SEC and could help the Bucs out tremendously. What stands out about Maye is how physical he is near the line of scrimmage. He shows great skills in coverage and has a knack for making big plays and creating turnovers. The 6-foot, 200 pound safety is also versatile and has experience playing SS, FS and nickel. Though he suffered a broken arm against the Gamecocks in Week 9, he has proven he possesses the overall talent and athleticism that should spark Tampa Bay’s interest. In fact, Rob Rang of CBS Sports believes Maye is a “true third-down defender” and could easily make an immediate impact in the league.

“Maye is a highly aggressive defender who trusts his eyes and is not afraid to attack upfield as an enforcer in the running game,” Rang emphasized. “He is a controlled, yet physical hitter who breaks down well, providing the excellent open-field tackling skills required as the last line of defense.”

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